Shane Forrest

Shane Forrest

Associate | Social Worker

Shane (they/them) is an Anishinaabe-Métis Two-Spirit and Non-Binary helper living in nogojiwanong, Ontario. They completed a Master's Degree in Social Work (Indigenous Trauma and Resiliency) at the University of Toronto. They also hold an Honours Bachelor degree in Celtic Studies and Indigenous Studies as well as a Bachelor of Education in Indigenous Studies.

Their practice is rooted in community with over 10 years of experience in peer support, group facilitation, front line crisis intervention, and grassroots community organizing. They have primarily worked with young people, 2SLGBTQQIA+ folks, and Indigenous communities.

Shane deeply values harm reduction and self-determination in healing work. Their approach is person-centered, relational, culturally grounded, anti-oppressive, and trauma-informed. They draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities including internal family systems, emotions-focused therapy, narrative therapy, generative somatics, and attachment-based therapy. They strive to provide a warm and affirming space as a collaborator on your personal healing journey.